Parks Director- Michael Hecker

Pine Hill Lakes Park 2004 Fishing Passes are available
at the Mason Community Center
Children under 10 fish free and do not need a pass.







NATURE PROGRAMS

The Parks & Recreation Department's Naturalist, Kendra Schide,
provides monthly programs in the parks on various nature topics.
All programs will be held at Pine Hill Lakes Park
(unless otherwise noted) and are open to all ages.
For questions or more information on any of the nature programs
call the Parks & Recreation Department at 229-8550.










FISHING



Pine Hill Lakes Park Fishing
Pine Hill Lakes Park 2004 Fishing Passes are available
at the Mason Community Center.
at 6000 Mason-Montgomery Rd.



2004 Season Fishing Pass Rates:


Mason Residents
Adult Season    $25.00
Family Season    $50.00
Youth (10- 12)    $15.00
Senior (60-up)    $15.00


Non-Residents
Adult Season    $45.00
Family Season    $90.00  
Youth (10-12)    $15.00
Senior (60-up)    $15.00


Daily Fishing Pass Rates:
Adult    $7.00
Youth (10- 12)   $4.00

Children under 10 may fish for free and do not require a pass.







Thank You SPORTS EXPRESS!
Sports Express is a 30,000 square foot recreation complex with 5 indoor
"Sports Courts" used for volleyball and basketball with bleacher seating.
They also have 4 outdoor lighted sand volleyball courts and a regulation sized
Inline Hockey Dome. Sports Express also offers youth and adult leagues in
basketball, volleyball, and Inline Hockey. They offer private as well as team
volleyball instruction and rent courts for practices. For more information on
this facility call Sports Express at 398-2400 or 459-1669 for hockey information.



National Youth Sports Coaches Certification Program

The Mason Parks and Recreation Department is a certified chapter of the
National Youth Sports Coaches Association and offers training clinics for coaches
in various youth sports. The NYSCA has been restructured to make the program
more appealing. The four hour Introduction to Coaching Youth Sports Certification
program teaches the psychology of coaching, maximizing performances, first aid
and safety, organizing interesting practices, and tips on sports techniques.
In addition to a tremendous learning opportunity, certification provides $1,000,000
excess liability insurance, a subscription to Youth Sports Journal, NYSCA membership
card, and access to the coaches message board at www.nays.org.
After completion of the Introduction to Coaching Youth Sports, the coach
automatically qualifies for the Certified Coach Continuing Education Program
through the Youth Sports Journal and is not required to attend additional NYSCA
clinics. To maintain membership, the coach re-signs the Code of Ethics Pledge
and remits the annual dues of $20.00. Benefits of membership include:
  • $2,000,000 Excess Liability Insurance (an increase in coverage)
  • $250,000 Excess Accident/Medical Insurance ($50 deductible) for coaching-related injuries
  • Club USA Partnership Discounts
    • Call the Parks & Recreation Office today for more information on scheduling a Clinic.



    After Class Enrichment (ACE) Program

    The after school program held at Mason Intermediate School is
    open to any 5th, 6th, 7th or 8th grader attending Mason Intermediate
    or Middle School. The activities of the ACE program range from
    baby-sitting to board games, from magic to chess.
    Students at Western Row School can enjoy their after school programs
    which include music, Spanish, crafts, sports, and many other classes to
    expand their horizons and provide after-school fun.

    Watch for information regarding classes and registration to come
    home with your child the week before Christmas break.

    The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for community
    volunteers who would like to teach a class for these programs.
    Please call Recreation Programmer, if
    you have a skill or interest that you would like to share.




    Special Events


    Winter Fun

    The sledding hill at Pine Hill Lakes Park is open every day there is
    snow on the ground. Bring the kids and your sled for a slippery, snowy ride.
    Cross-country skiers are welcome to come to Heritage Oak Park,
    Corwin M. Nixon Park or Pine Hill Lakes Park to try out our snow
    any time during daylight hours.
    Picnic Shelters

    Picnic shelters may be reserved in Heritage Oak Park (seating 80) and
    Pine Hill Lakes Park (seating 35). The shelters are available for family reunions,
    company picnics, weddings or other events. A cleaning deposit of $25.00
    for residents and $75.00 for non-residents is required. Shelter information
    is available by calling the Parks and Recreation Office at 229-8550.



    Volunteer in the Parks

    The Volunteers in the Parks (VIP'S) are a dedicated group of citizens who
    give of their time to assist the Parks and Recreation Department
    by helping to keep the parks clean, checking fishing passes,
    planting flowers and assisting at special events.
    If you would like to be a VIP, call the Parks and Recreation Office
    at 229-8550, or stop by for an application.


    Heritage Oak Park, 5001 US Route 42 North
    Pine Hill Lakes Park, 211 Kings Mills Road
    Meadows Park, Lindemann Lane
    Thomas P. Quinn Park, Tradewind Drive
    Corwin M. Nixon Park, 6249 Mason Montgomery Road
    Frank Hosea Woods, Hickory Woods Drive